The Axé Advocacy Commission was formed by the Brazilian Bar Association (OAB), which aims to provide legal defense for religious communities of African origin. This initiative aims to protect the right to worship and combat the increasing threats and discrimination against religious believers in Africa.
The chairman of this commission is professor and writer, Márcio de Jagun, who has worked as coordinator of Religious Diversity in Rio de Janeiro. In addition to offering legal support, the Commission will provide guidance on issues involving religious intolerance, assisting Umbanda, supporters of Candomblé and others.
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“The establishment of this commission is a milestone in the legal protection of religions of African origin. OAB, through this initiative, recognizes the need to provide a voice and support to communities that continue to experience attacks. worship is respected and confronts intolerance firmly”, said Márcio de Jagun, Babalorixá and president of the Commission.
